WORKERS' COMPENSATION CLAIMS ADJUSTER

State of California; California (MO); Remote; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Dental & Vision

401(k)

Employee assistance

Transit program

Tuition reimbursement

Mentoring program

Job summary

State Fund in California is seeking self-motivated Workers' Compensation Claims Adjusters to deliver quality customer service to injured workers and employers. This full-time, permanent role offers strong training and career growth in a fast-paced environment.

The position is telework with onboarding at the Vacaville office; candidates must reside in California. Salary ranges from $4,470.00 to $7,628.00 per month, with new hires placed at the minimum salary or alternate range when applicable.

Qualifications

• Maintains a positive attitude and provides excellent customer service.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail in completing tasks accurately.
• Communicates clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats.
• Shows adaptability and willingness to learn new processes and technologies.
• Organized, great with time management, and able to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Works well independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Handles confidential information with discretion and integrity.
• Driven to excel while working virtually.

Responsibilities

• Learn the lifecycle of a Workers Compensation claim and the governing codes and laws.
• Ensure timely and accurate benefit provision, according to claims management, corporate policies & procedures and DWC laws and regulations.
• Proactively and independently, manage, finalize and control (adjust) an inventory.
• Collaborate with a team of claims professionals and other stakeholders.
• Serve as a resource to other team members and/or other internal staff.
• Ensure delivery of a high-quality claims product as demonstrated by successful execution of job duties.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Adaptability

Time management

Independence

Confidentiality

Virtual work

Job description

$4,470.00 - $7,628.00 per Month. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/2/2026

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

State Fund is hiring self-motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environments to deliver quality customer service to our injured workers and employers. We offer exceptional training and career growth while making a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

Location and interview format subject to change at State Fund’s discretion.

In this Role You Will:

• Learn the lifecycle of a Workers Compensation claim and the governing codes and laws
• Ensure timely and accurate benefit provision, according to claims management, corporate policies & procedures and DWC laws and regulations
• Proactively and independently, manage, finalize and control (adjust) an inventory
• Collaborate with a team of claims professionals and other stakeholders
• Serve as a resource to other team members and/or other internal staff
• Ensure delivery of a high-quality claims product as demonstrated by successful execution of job duties

Working Conditions

Selected candidate(s) hired may be required to attend in-person Onboarding at our Vacaville office with expenses for attendance paid by State Fund.

Candidates must reside in California to be eligible for this appointment. This is currently a Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm position.

Minimum Requirements

WORKERS' COMPENSATION CLAIMS ADJUSTER

WORKERS' COMPENSATION CLAIMS ADJUSTER $4,470.00 - $5,078.00A $4,610.00 - $5,770.00B $6,096.00 - $7,628.00C New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions

Multiple

Work Location

Telework

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

State Fund is California’s largest provider of workers’ compensation insurance. Established in 1914 by the state legislature, we offer diverse and comprehensive products and services that provide a strong and stable option for employers and injured employees with fast, reliable claims service and medical and indemnity benefits.

Our culture centers on our purpose and values. We exist to provide fairly priced workers' compensation insurance, make workplaces safe, and restore injured workers. To fully represent California, we are committed to our employees by embracing and celebrating our diverse workforce and fostering inclusion to make the workplace a dynamic environment for all. We recognize and reward high performance yet value a healthy work/life balance.

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

Desirable Qualifications

• Maintains a positive attitude and provides excellent customer service
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail in completing tasks accurately
• Communicates clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats
• Shows adaptability and willingness to learn new processes and technologies
• Organized, great with time management, and able to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Works well independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Handles confidential information with discretion and integrity
• Driven to excel while working virtually

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Benefits

• Health Benefits Program (CalPERS)
• Retirement (CalPERS)
• Employer Health and Consolidated Benefits Contributions
• Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Legal Services Insurance
• Holidays, Vacation/Sick/Other Paid Leave
• Flex Elect Reimbursement Program
• Wellness and Recognition
• Alternate Work Schedules
• Transit Pass Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent Scholarship Program
• Leadership Training
• Mentoring Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Acknowledgement

By applying to this position, you are also acknowledging that you have received the following information: Duty statement/Job Description. Salary ranges and steps for the classification(s) advertised.

Department Website: http://www.statefundca.com

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Prior to employment with State Compensation Insurance Fund, a background investigation (BI) will be initiated.